Word Type

Verb

The word "ignite" can be used as a verb.

Word Relationships

Opposites (Antonyms)

extinguish

Causes

burn

Derived Terms

autoignite autoigniting ignaqueous ignitability ignitable ignited igniter ignitible ignitor ignitron reignite self-ignite unignited

Derived From

ignition

Distinct From

extinguish

Context

chemistry

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

arouse begin burn change state combust commence elicit enkindle evoke fire kindle lead off provoke raise start turn

Manner Of

burn

Related Terms

igneous ignition ignitive

Related Terms

igneous ignition incombustible infusible light set fire to spark off substance trigger

Similar Terms

burn combust

Synonym Network

erupt inflame set in motion

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